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Just go to HD and pick up one of the 50 gallon ones with a 12 year warranty. They are all pretty much the same. Make sure you change out your anode rod after 5 years and drain it every year to maximize it's lifespan. They can last 20+ years if you maintain it properly. The one in my house was installed in 2001. So we're going 17 years now.
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I agree with Deeken , but I would suggest Lowes they are now carrying AO Smith as the store brand. The only thing we have had fail on our heater was the water supply tube which is a 10$ part and very easy to change. I looked at tankless but the cost to get one for a $10 savings isn't worth it, my gas bill most of the year is very cheap.
I agree with Deeken , but I would suggest Lowes they are now carrying AO Smith as the store brand. The only thing we have had fail on our heater was the water supply tube which is a 10$ part and very easy to change. I looked at tankless but the cost to get one for a $10 savings isn't worth it, my gas bill most of the year is very cheap.
Agree with above. I have a new AO Smith, although both types have their advantages and disadvantages I still prefer tanks or indirect tanks. Also I had a John Wood before that lasted way past it’s intended lifespan, never drained it or changed the rod out either.
Just go to HD and pick up one of the 50 gallon ones with a 12 year warranty. They are all pretty much the same. Make sure you change out your anode rod after 5 years and drain it every year to maximize it's lifespan. They can last 20+ years if you maintain it properly. The one in my house was installed in 2001. So we're going 17 years now.
90% of everything suggested here. Except for the 12 year warranty. The inside of a 6 year warranty boiler is pretty much identical to a 12 yr warranty product. Longer warranties (and pretty much all extended warranties) that cost extra $$$ is never worth it.
Is there a reason why AO Smith is recommended over HD's Rheem brand? Is one significantly better?
Rheem is another good brand either is probably fine.
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